Blackswan Cybersecurity and our valued partner Austin Contreras, CTO of Corsicana ISD, were recently highlighted by Stellar Cyber Open XDR for #PartnershipTuesday! “Blackswan Cybersecurity felt like a true partner from day one—from calm, expert support during...
A Historic Credential Leak: What 16 Billion Stolen Logins Mean for Your Security A record-breaking trove of over 16 billion login credentials has surfaced across multiple databases—marking one of the largest known exposures of sensitive data to date. Unlike...
In today’s cyber threat landscape, it’s not the obvious attacks that slip past defenses—it’s the stealthy ones. The recent Fog ransomware attack, detailed by Symantec, shows just how quietly sophisticated ransomware groups have become. But this kind of multi-stage, tool-heavy campaign is exactly...
Dr. Mike Saylor, CEO of Blackswan Cybersecurity and a cybersecurity professor at UT San Antonio, shares his cybersecurity startup experiences with This Dot Media -- from launching his first computer business to running a thriving cybersecurity firm. He talks about entrepreneurship, the hurdles...
On this episode of The Backup Wrap-up, join cybersecurity expert Dr. Mike Saylor, CEO of @BlackswanCybersecurity and Professor at UTSA, as he shares insights on ransomware detection. Learn to spot early warning signs, explore cutting-edge detection tools, and grasp the critical importance of swift...
This episode of The Backup Wrap-up explores the vital role of tabletop exercises in cybersecurity preparedness. Dr. Mike Saylor, CEO of Blackswan Cybersecurity, offers an in-depth look at how to effectively plan and conduct these exercises. We discuss why these simulations are crucial for...
Overview Cybercriminals are continually evolving their tactics to bypass security measures, and a new phishing attack leveraging an advanced...
Cybersecurity Advisory #StopRansomware: Medusa Ransomware Release Date March 12, 2025 Summary Note: This joint Cybersecurity Advisory is part of an ongoing #StopRansomware effort to publish advisories for network defenders detailing various ransomware variants and ransomware threat actors....
Cybersecurity threats are evolving rapidly, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year where cybercriminals up their game with more advanced tactics. However, businesses don’t have to be caught off guard. By staying informed and proactive, you can protect your organization from emerging cyber risks. This...
Overview Automotive dealerships are increasingly becoming prime targets for cyberattacks. With 15% of all...
OVERVIEW The rising risk of cybersecurity threats in U.S. organizations is worsened by a global shortage...
Providing 24/7 protection to prevent major operational disruptions caused by ransomware, business email compromise, system...
At Blackswan Cybersecurity, we’ve seen firsthand how ransomware has transformed—from noisy, opportunistic malware into coordinated, multi-stage attacks that strike fast and cause deep disruption. And while some organizations are getting better at preparing for these threats, the reality is still...
Cybercriminals are relentlessly targeting healthcare organizations—and they’re not slowing down. In fact, the healthcare sector saw a 60% increase in ransomware attacks in the last year alone, making it the most targeted industry for cybercrime. From large hospital systems to regional clinics and...
A recent GitHub supply chain compromise sent shockwaves through the developer community, reinforcing the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity hygiene, especially around third-party automation tools. The attack targeted a widely used GitHub Action known as tj-actions/changed-files, which was...